What Does the CONNECTION_RESET Error Mean & How Do You Fix It?

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The solution to the reset error, no matter what type of browser you use
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"ERR_CONNECTION_RESET" is definitely a frustrating error, but there multiple ways to fix it. This error occurs in all web browsers, including Google Chrome, and on every device, like Windows 10 and Android. Read on to learn what this error means, what causes it, and how to fix it.

Quick Steps

  1. Refresh the page.
  2. Clear your browser data.
  3. Check your internet connection and restart your router.
  4. Check the website server's status.
  5. Disable browser extensions/add-ons.
  6. Disable your firewall.
  7. Turn off your VPN or proxy.
  8. Reset your DNS settings.
Section 1 of 3:

Error Meaning

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    You'll see ERR_CONNECTION_RESET online whenever your browser can't connect to the website's hosting server. You might also see the error message "NET::ERR_CONNECTION_RESET" or phrasing like, "This site can't be reached; The connection was reset."
    • In other web browsers, the message might look a little different. For example:
      • Edge browsers say "Hmmm… can't reach this page" or "This page isn't working" with the ERR_CONNECTION_RESET error code.
      • Firefox browsers display "The connection was reset" with the PR_CONNECT_RESET_ERROR error code.
      • Safari browsers show a "Safari can't establish a secure connection to the server" message.
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Section 2 of 3:

Common Fixes

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    Sometimes the simplest fixes are the ones that work. Refreshing gives your browser a chance to load the page again, which might help if the website server is busy or you have a weak/intermittent internet connection.
    • Refresh the page by clicking the refresh arrow to the left of the top toolbar or press Cmd + R (Mac)/ Ctrl + R (Windows).
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    Since corrupted cookies and cached files can trigger the error message, you want to delete what your browser has stored to see if the page will load.
    • You can read this wikiHow article for specific steps to clear your browser's cache and cookies according to what browser you're using.
    • Alternatively, use a Private or Incognito window so you don't have to delete your browsing history. Since this doesn't solve the error in your main browser, it's a temporary solution that'll let you access the site quickly.
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    Your internet connection can be weak and trigger the caching error message. You want to troubleshoot your router and network to make sure that's not the problem. Restarting your router seems to fix most problems.
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    If the server is offline, you'll see this error, but there aren't quick ways for you to fix this. Instead, you can only wait until the website's servers are back online.
    • You can use a site like https://www.downdetector.com to see if sites are down or experiencing heavy volume, another reason for the ERR_CONNECTION_RESET error.
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    Since some extensions can interrupt communication between your computer and the website's server, turning these off will eliminate that interruption so the page can load.
    • Follow the steps outlined in this wikiHow article to disable your extensions or add-ons for your specific browser. Generally, you can find a "Manage extensions/Add-ons" page.
    • You can turn them on one by one and load the page to see if you get the error message; as soon as you do, you know that the last extension/add-on you turned on is causing the error message. Then you can update or uninstall that extension/add-on.
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    Follow the steps in this wikiHow article to check your Firewall and see if it's blocking the site. [1]
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    While these are great tools to protect your security, they can also be the cause of the connection error. So turn these off if you're using them and see if the page loads.
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    This gets rid of any DNS issues causing the caching error. The process is different for Windows and Mac computers:
    • Flush and reset Windows DNS Cache :
      • Run Command Prompt as an admin and enter " ipconfig /flushdns ". Press Enter to send the command.
      • Enter " netsh int ip reset ". Press Enter to send the command.
      • Restart your computer.
    • Flush and reset Mac DNS Cache :
      • Open Terminal and enter " sudo dscacheutil -flushcache ". Press Enter to send the command.
      • Enter the admin password and press Enter .
      • Enter " sudo killall -HUP mDNSResponder " and press Enter to send the command.
      • Restart your computer.
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Section 3 of 3:

Common Causes

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    Any interruption in your network or internet connection can cause this error to appear. This can be an issue if you're using Wi-Fi and the signal drops or if you're connected to Cellular Data and lose access to mobile data.
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    An incorrectly configured server or a server that's too busy can give you a ERR_CONNECTION_RESET error.
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    Outdated or corrupted data can interrupt the communication between your browser and the internet, resulting in this error message.
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    Some of these settings can block you from visiting certain sites.
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    Outdated or old hardware can cause issues like the ERR_CONNECTION_RESET error.
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